The Summit Church

When God Comes Near

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Feb 9, 2025
Delve into the striking themes of divine power and grace as God confronts idols through the plagues in Exodus. Discover how personal experiences shape our understanding of God's diverse narrative and the importance of community. Reflect on the contrast between superficial knowledge and true intimacy with the divine. Explore the complexities of suffering, divine support, and the call to surrender control. This engaging discussion invites deeper faith and transformational worship in the quest for a closer relationship with God.
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ANECDOTE

Presidential Motorcade

  • Bryan Loritts' pastor friend planned a children's welcome for President Bush's visit.
  • The Secret Service forbade it, prioritizing the president's safety over all else.
INSIGHT

Two Ways to Experience God

  • Loritts compares the plagues to God's motorcade, emphasizing two ways to experience God.
  • Respond humbly on His terms or resist and face consequences.
INSIGHT

A Greater Rescue

  • The Book of Exodus symbolizes a greater rescue from sin and Satan through Jesus.
  • Jesus' sacrifice satisfies God's wrath, offering redemption and freedom.
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